Insurers prepare for wave of First Brands claims
Allianz, Coface and AIG among groups to have written credit insurance policies linked to bankrupt car parts maker
Allianz, Coface and AIG among groups to have written credit insurance policies linked to bankrupt car parts maker

Policies worth $200mn could be tapped to pay for legal bills of former company directors and officers

Bank denies earning undisclosed fees on financing provided to auto parts supplier through ‘side letter’

Company considers bankruptcy as its finances worsen

Ohio-based First Brands Group has come under scrutiny for its invoice factoring

The company is relying on a $48mn infusion from automakers to continue operating

Loans trade at distressed levels after ‘chaotic’ selling as investors brace for tricky restructuring